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Taking the train from Ancona to Essen Hbf in 12 hours 25 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Ancona to Essen Hbf? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 16 hours 35 minutes to travel the 620 miles (998 km) from Ancona to Essen Hbf by train, although you can get there in as little as 12 hours 25 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 26 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Ancona to Essen Hbf are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to Essen Hbf? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Ancona to Essen Hbf by train

First train

05:20

Last train

20:45

Departure station

Ancona

Arrival station

Essen Hbf

Journey time

From 12h 25m

Distance

620 miles (998 km)

Frequency

26 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

FAQs about the train journey from Ancona to Essen Hbf

Want to know more about your journey from Ancona to Essen Hbf? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Essen Hbf from Ancona?

To travel to Essen Hbf from Ancona, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 16 hours and 35 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 12 hours and 25 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Ancona to Essen Hbf?

Trains from Ancona to Essen Hbf take an average of 16 hours and 35 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 12 hours and 25 minutes. You'll usually find 26 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Ancona and Essen Hbf by train?

The quickest journey time between Ancona and Essen Hbf by train is 12 hours and 25 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Ancona to Essen Hbf?

No, there are no direct trains running from Ancona to Essen Hbf, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Ancona to Essen Hbf train times

Check out the next trains departing from Ancona to Essen Hbf for Tuesday 18th March 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
08:2520:5012h 25m, 5 changes
09:2822:2512h 57m, 6 changes
09:2823:5514h 27m, 5 changes
10:2500:5014h 25m, 4 changes
11:2505:5818h 33m, 2 changes
12:2505:5817h 33m, 3 changes
13:2505:5816h 33m, 4 changes
16:2510:0517h 40m, 5 changes
16:2510:5818h 33m, 4 changes
17:2512:0218h 37m, 8 changes

Cheap train tickets from Ancona to Essen Hbf

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Ancona to Essen Hbf by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

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